Potential and Kinetic

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"Energy" is the ability to do work. ​

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There are two types of energy

This is the energy of motion.

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Every single thing that moves, has kinetic energy.​

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Kinetic energy

Potential Energy

Potential energy is STORED energy. The energy is stored due to an objects position or shape. ​

1. Gravitational

2. Chemical

3. Nuclear

4. Elastic

Potential

1. Motion

2. Thermal

3. Sound

4. Electromagnetic (Radiant)

Kinetic

There are many sub-types of Kinetic and Potential Energy

Anything that is moving, has kinetic energy.

​​1. Motion

Heat energy. The molecules in an object move/vibrate when they get hotter.

2. Thermal

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​The movement of compression waves. Energy is transferred through the substance in a wave.

​​3. Sound

Also called Radiant energy. This includes all types of light. (xrays, gamma rays, radio waves, and visible light)

​​4. Electromagnetic

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Kinetic Energy

the higher up an object is, the more energy is stored.

​​1. Gravitational

The stored energy in the bonds of atoms and molecules.

2. Chemical

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​energy stored in the nucleus of an atom - the energy that holds the nucleus together. Fission = splitting an atom. Fusion = combining atoms.

​​3. Nuclear

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When an object is stretched or compressed, energy is stored.

​​4. Elastic

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Potential Energy